Bag Production Assistant - Growth Path to Machine Operator

ProAmpac; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate-controlled

Stable employment

Paid vacation

11 holidays

401(k) match

Career development

Job summary

ProAmpac, in Wisconsin, is seeking a Converting Assistant for the Bags Department to support quality-rich production processes. You will inspect materials, label finished goods, and assist with machine changeovers on a rotating 2,2,3 schedule across days and nights.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic math and mechanical skills, and a team-focused attitude. The role offers a climate-controlled environment and opportunities for career progression within a growing company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience with converting or robot equipment a plus.
• Basic mechanical and math skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Inspect raw materials to ensure they meet established quality standards and specifications.
• Collect, package, and properly label finished bags/gaylords according to production and customer requirements.
• Identify and troubleshoot production issues, including material inconsistencies and equipment malfunctions.
• Assist in machine changeovers for different production runs, including loading and preparing new rolls of material.
• Perform quality inspections and testing on finished bags, including drop testing, seal integrity testing, and dimensional checks to ensure products meet established quality and customer specifications.
• Operate PIV equipment as needed to safely move raw materials, finished goods, and other production materials throughout the work area.
• Provides a pathway for advancement into an operator role, with opportunities to develop machine operation, troubleshooting, quality, and production skills.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Basic math

Basic mechanical knowledge

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Robot equipment

Job description

ProAmpac, in Wisconsin, is seeking a Converting Assistant for the Bags Department to support quality-rich production processes. You will inspect materials, label finished goods, and assist with machine changeovers on a rotating 2,2,3 schedule across days and nights.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic math and mechanical skills, and a team-focused attitude. The role offers a climate-controlled environment and opportunities for career progression within a growing company.